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Island, New York, NY

Island

4.7
4.7
1130 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Lively
Welcome to Island. We have proudly been the neighborhood favorite in Carnegie Hill since we opened our doors in 1986. We take pride to offer the freshest seafood (think Jumbo Lump Crabcakes, Lobster Roll, Maple Glazed Salmon or Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl to name a few), a great variety of fresh salads, a burger that people die for and much more. We have a bar where you can dine or simply enjoy a cocktail or a glass of of wine (our entire wine list is served by the glass). Our warm and thoughtful service is hard to find in New York and is what continues to keep our customers coming back. We hope that you will come give Island a try and become one of our new regulars!

Please note that we cannot take reservations for specific tables or specific sections though we will do our best to accommodate a request.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 996-1200
  • Website
    http://islandny.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We are pleased to offer catering services to make your event special. Please call the restaurant to inquire.
  • Private party facilities
    We are pleased to host private events of varying sizes. Please call the restaurant to inquire.
  • Location
    1305 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10128
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Cross Street
    92nd & 93rd Sts
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Starters

  • Hummus + PitaUSD 15.00

    hummus drizzled w. olive oil

    • Roasted Tomato SoupUSD 13.00

      light on cream + served w. a parmesan crisp

      • Portobello BruschettaUSD 15.00

        marinated portobello mushroom w. melted parmesan + swiss cheese over grilled garlic sourdough bread w. a drizzle of balsamic glaze + chopped parsley

        • GuacamoleUSD 15.00

          w. tortilla chips

          • Crispy Fried CalamariUSD 17.00

            tartar + spiced tomato sauce

            • Shrimp CocktailUSD 20.00

              four jumbo shrimp w. cilantro cocktail sauce

              Salads

              • Nicoise SaladUSD 26.00

                yellowfin tuna, olive, hard boiled egg, potato, tomato, green been + capers over a bed of mesclun greens w. red wine shallot vinaigrette

                • Apple Walnut SaladUSD 18.50

                  baby arugula, endive, honey crisp apple, walnut, goat cheese + dried cranberry w. red wine-maple vinaigrette

                  • Chopped Cobb SaladUSD 22.00

                    organic roasted chicken, avocado, bacon, hard boiled egg, blue cheese, tomato + sherry shallot vinaigrette

                    • Curried Chicken SaladUSD 20.00

                      watercress, apple, red onion, endive + toasted almonds

                      • Spring Kale SaladUSD 20.00

                        chopped kale tossed w. roasted corn, heirloom cherry tomato, avocado, queso fresco, tortilla strips and a cilantro lime vinaigrette

                        • Caesar SaladUSD 16.50

                          baby romaine lettuce w. house made parmesan croutons

                          Entrees

                          • Caprese PaniniUSD 19.00

                            mozzarella cheese, beefsteak tomato, basil, salt, pepper, w. olive oil + balsamic glaze on sourdough bread w. french fries

                            • Maine Lobster RollUSD 35.00

                              w. coleslaw + french fries

                              • Island BurgerUSD 21.00

                                grass fed beef + brisket blend w. pickles, tomato, boston lettuce + french fries

                                • Grilled Salmon BowlUSD 28.00

                                  over farro w. cole slaw, avocado, cucumber + cherry tomato w. ginger vinaigrette

                                  • Crab Cake SlidersUSD 25.00

                                    w. side arugula vinagrette salad, chipotle mayo dipping sauce + sweet potato fries

                                    • Tuna Poke BowlUSD 27.00

                                      sushi grade tuna, ponzu sauce, avocado, cucumber, + crisp greens w. sesame seeds over basmati rice w. a drizzle of chipotle mayo

                                      • Yellowfin Tuna BurgerUSD 25.00

                                        fresh ginger, wasabi mayo + sweet potato fries

                                        • Avocado ToastUSD 18.00

                                          mashed avocado, feta cheese, heirloom cherry tomato + olive oil sprinkled w. chili flakes + a side mesclun green salad

                                          • Maine Lobster QuesadillaUSD 21.00

                                            papaya glaze, wisconsin brie, pico de gallo + avocado

                                            • The Chicken MeltUSD 19.00

                                              organic roasted chicken, mozzarella cheese, arugula, salt, pepper, lite mayonnaise + balsamic vinaigrette on pressed on sourdough bread + french fries

                                              • Island BLTUSD 19.00

                                                applewood smoked bacon, boston lettuce, heirloom tomato, salt, pepper + mayonaise on grilled sourdough + french fries

                                                • Classic Grilled CheeseUSD 19.00

                                                  applewood smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, roasted tomato on grilled white bread w. sweet potato fries + chipotle mayo dipping sauce

                                                  • PenneUSD 23.00

                                                    plum tomato, basil + mozzarella cheese

                                                    • FrittataUSD 17.50

                                                      whole egg, spinach, goat cheese + roasted tomato w. a side mesclun green salad (+$2. egg white)

                                                      Sides

                                                      • Sweet Potato FriesUSD 7.00

                                                        w. chipotle mayo dipping sauce

                                                        • French FriesUSD 7.00

                                                          Sweets

                                                          • Warm Chocolate BrownieUSD 11.00

                                                            w. chocolate sauce + vanilla bean gelato

                                                            • Donut HolesUSD 13.00

                                                              w. caramel dipping sauce + whipped cream

                                                              • Blueberry CobblerUSD 12.00

                                                                w. vanilla bean gelato

                                                                • Key Lime Meringue PieUSD 11.00

                                                                  • Apple Tarte TatinUSD 12.00

                                                                    w. creme fraiche

                                                                    • Chocolate Chip CookiesUSD 8.00

                                                                      • Fresh Seasonal BerriesUSD 12.00

                                                                        w. whipped cream + mint

                                                                        • Milk ShakeUSD 10.00

                                                                          your choice of up to two gelatos, whipped cream + sprinkles

                                                                          • GelatoUSD 5.00

                                                                            vanilla bean, chocolate, strawberry, pistachio

                                                                            • 1 ScoopUSD 4.00
                                                                            • 3 ScoopsUSD 9.50

                                                                          • SorbetUSD 5.00

                                                                            mango, lemon, raspberry

                                                                            • 1 ScoopUSD 4.00
                                                                            • 3 ScoopsUSD 9.50

                                                                          Last updated: 7 December 2023

                                                                          What 1,130 people are saying

                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                          4.7
                                                                          4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                          • 4.5Food
                                                                          • 4.6Service
                                                                          • 4.5Ambience
                                                                          • 4.3Value

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                                                                          Review summary

                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                          Island is a beloved neighborhood gem on the Upper East Side, celebrated for its "wonderful food, service, and atmosphere." Frequent diners appreciate its consistently good dishes, like the "amazing" salmon and "excellent" crab cakes. The staff is "friendly and accommodating," making it a perfect spot for casual or business meals.

                                                                          1,130 Reviews

                                                                          1. maureen

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            8 reviews

                                                                            4.0

                                                                            8 reviews

                                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Perfect neighborhood cozy spot..,quiet atmosphere, great seafood

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                                                                          2. elisa

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            26 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            26 reviews

                                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Loved this restaurant! Was looking for a convenient lunch spot near the Guggenheim and this was perfect It was hard to pick from the menu as there were so many choices I wanted to try. The food was excellent and the service was terrific. Coffee is hot and fresh. I want to try for dinner

                                                                            1 person found this helpful

                                                                          3. lori

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Island never disappoints!! Food is always fresh and delicious and the service is amazing. The fig salad is the best in the city and the stir fry is amazing as well, been to Island quite a lot and have had most of the selections on the menu and truly food is excellent!!!!
                                                                            IslandResponded on 17 December 2024
                                                                            Thank you so much, lori! We are so glad to hear that Island is such a staple for you, and that you enjoy our service and all of our selections so much. We love serving folks like you who keep on coming back, and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

                                                                            1 person found this helpful

                                                                          4. Aaron

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            I booked this place for dinner as it was near a clasical music performance my partner and I were attending with my mother. From the start the place was perfect. Excellent friendly and attentive staff, high-quality food, and a really warm and fun atmosphere. It was so nice to eat at a restaurant that was busy but not at all loud. We’ll definitely be back.
                                                                            IslandResponded on 17 December 2024
                                                                            Thank you so much for this lovely review, Aaron! We are so pleased to hear that your mother and you enjoyed the service, food, and atmosphere so much, and we are very happy to have provided such a lovely dining experience to go with your night of music. We hope to see you again soon and to give you another night of wonderful food and energy.

                                                                            1 person found this helpful

                                                                          5. Robert

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            110 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            110 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Another phenomenal dining experience for us in a fun and festive for the holidays setting in our favoite neighborhood restaurant!
                                                                            IslandResponded on 17 December 2024
                                                                            Thank you very much for the review, Robert. We are so glad you enjoyed your most recent dinner at Island, and we're happy to hear you enjoyed all the holiday decor - we think it looks very holly and jolly too! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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                                                                          6. Robin

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Philadelphia

                                                                            21 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            21 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 9 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            First time here. Chose it as it was close to a performance. Food was yummy; service great. Seems like a lovely neighborhood place. Got a bit noisy as it got later, Tuesday that’s NY. Would definitely go back.
                                                                            IslandResponded on 17 December 2024
                                                                            Thank you for the review, Robin! We're honored to have been chosen as your pre-performance dinner destination, and we are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the meal and the service you received. We hope you'll come eat with us again soon, performance or no!

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                                                                          7. Dorothy

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            12 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            12 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 9 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            The BEST local upscale restaurant in Carnegie Hill! Go for the Tuna!
                                                                            IslandResponded on 17 December 2024
                                                                            Thank you very much, Dorothy! We are so glad to hear that you enjoy Island so much, especially our delicious tuna. Come visit us again soon!

                                                                            1 person found this helpful

                                                                          8. Joseph

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Best experience on the UES !!!! Go now without hesitation
                                                                            IslandResponded on 17 December 2024
                                                                            Thank you for the stellar review, Joseph! We are honored to have earned such high praise! Please come join us again soon for another excellent dining experience.

                                                                            1 person found this helpful

                                                                          9. Rebecca

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            fabulous food and service! Local spot where the staff remembers you.
                                                                            IslandResponded on 17 December 2024
                                                                            Thank you so much for the review, Rebecca! We are always so happy to welcome guests back and to build our community here at Island. We hope you'll come have another delicious meal with us some time soon!

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                                                                          10. Corey

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            30 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            30 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Food was delicious and the service was excellent- we had the curried chicken and sesame tuna rare. Loved the blueberry cobbler and the brownie with ice cream. Great bread! The only negative is that we went on a Saturday night and it was very crowded so the space was tight.
                                                                            IslandResponded on 12 December 2024
                                                                            Hi Corey, thank you for the review! We're very happy to hear the food and service on your visit made the experience such a good one. We do apologize for the tight space, but we're very glad you had a lovely dinner regardless.

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                                                                          FAQs

                                                                          Island does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Island also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 996-1200.

                                                                          Island is rated 4.7 stars by 1130 OpenTable diners.

                                                                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                          Make a booking

                                                                          2 people
                                                                          7:00 pm
                                                                          Booked 9 times today

                                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                                          Google Map for Island

                                                                          1305 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10128

                                                                          Dining areas

                                                                          Additional information

                                                                          • Cross Street
                                                                            92nd & 93rd Sts
                                                                          • Area
                                                                            Upper East Side
                                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                                            Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
                                                                          • Price
                                                                            $31 to $50
                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                            American
                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                            Casual Elegant
                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                            Smart Casual
                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                            Street Parking
                                                                          • Payment Options
                                                                            AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                          • Additional
                                                                            Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                          • Website
                                                                            http://islandny.com/
                                                                          • Phone number
                                                                            (212) 996-1200
                                                                          • Catering
                                                                            We are pleased to offer catering services to make your event special. Please call the restaurant to inquire.
                                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                                            We are pleased to host private events of varying sizes. Please call the restaurant to inquire.
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